The main difference between the Swissgear 1900 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack and the Timbuk2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe is that the 1900 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Weather resistant material) while the Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe does not.
Specs | Brand | Swissgear | Timbuk2 |
Name | 1900 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack | Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Travel | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 31L | 28L | |
Dimensions (in) | 18.5 x 13.25 x 9 | 5.91 x 11.42 x 18.11 | |
Weight (lb) | 3.3 | 2.55 | |
Fabric | Durable 1200D Ballistic Polyester Fabric | 100% recycled nylon | |
Color | 6 colors and patterns | Eco Black Deluxe | |
Warranty | Swissgear 10 Year Extended Limited Warranty | Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | August 26, 2013 | ||
Rating | 4.7 | 4.5 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $200 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Contoured, padded shoulder straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Weather resistant material | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with metal and string pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Splayed | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | 3 zipped front pockets and 4 side pockets | Front zip pocket, 1 side pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Multi-compartment with divider pockets | Laptop sleeve, organizer pockets | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets fit water bottle and other accessories | 1 side pocket | |
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Rugged molded top handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Daisy chains, carabiner hook | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Integrated laptop compartment holds up to 17" with adjustable divider | Padded; 17" laptop |
Tablet Sleeve | Floating tablet safe pocket | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | Internal organizer | |
Travel Features | TSA Approved / Friendly | TSA approved | |
Compression Straps | External side compression straps | Compression straps let you cinch it all down tight for a clean look that can transition from client A to B and then bar X. | |
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve | Luggage pass-through | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Heavily padded back panel | Airmesh ventilated back panel |
Ergonomic | Ergonomically contoured straps | ||
Ventilated Back | Superior back ventilation | ||
Anti Theft Features | Lockable Zippers | Lockable zipper heads |
Swissgear 's 1900 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Timbuk2's Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe is a Laptop backpack with Travel features.
The Swissgear 1900 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack has a capacity of 31L (liters), weighs 3.3 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 18.5 x 13.25 x 9 . It's made of Durable 1200D Ballistic Polyester Fabric and is available in 6 colors and patterns in comparison the Timbuk2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe's capacity is 28L with a size of 5.91 x 11.42 x 18.11 inches. Constructed from 100% recycled nylon it weighs 2.55 pounds and is available in Eco Black Deluxe.
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